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Title: Hello from a Brit living the USA.
Post by: Lanky94 on June 06, 2018, 08:02:43 PM
Hello everyone. Thanks Admin for hooking me up.

I have been fishing since I could hold a rod really (44 years ago).

I am always in my reels, servicing and protecting from  corrosion and replacing crappy plastic bushes with bearings. A bit of polishing here and there. Reels- I use all makes and types. I am her to earn and hopefully share what little I know to others.

I used to be a tournament caster in then UK, slinging big sinkers down a filed and measuring distance in comps. Furthers cast was 273 yards with a 150g lead. The reels are magged and super tuned so I know a bit about that.

Cheers

Nathan
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Post by: alantani on June 06, 2018, 08:19:09 PM
welcome!!!!!
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Post by: Lanky94 on June 06, 2018, 08:38:21 PM
Thanks Alan. Looks like a great forum.
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Post by: festus on June 06, 2018, 08:41:58 PM
Welcome from Tennessee, I'm sure you have plenty to contribute.
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Post by: theswimmer on June 06, 2018, 10:14:07 PM
Welcome Nathan!
819 ft is a far bit eh?
I  think you could show me a trick or two.......
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Post by: Tiddlerbasher on June 06, 2018, 10:45:38 PM
Hi Nathan - Chris from the uK :)
I used to be able to get 200yds on a good day (a few years ago) not so much now a few years on ;)
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Post by: xjchad on June 06, 2018, 11:06:44 PM
Welcome!  I look forward to learning what you have to share with us!
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Post by: Shark Hunter on June 06, 2018, 11:21:46 PM
Welcome Nathan!
I'm sure you have some video to show us. ;)
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Post by: conchydong on June 06, 2018, 11:56:02 PM
Welcome, I have always been amazed at the distances that  "professional" long distance casters can obtain. I am sure you are being modest and can contribute a whole lot on magging and tuning  reels along with casting techniques.
Look forward to your contributions.

Scott
Title: Re: Hello from a Brit living the USA.
Post by: Dominick on June 07, 2018, 12:21:19 AM
Welcome Nathan.  One question.  Are those long casting tuned reels also for fishing?  I like to surf fish sometimes down in Baja but the undertow is pretty scary.  Sometimes you get to much water behind you and the land drops off quickly.  If I can get a bait out far enough I do not have to wade too deeply in the water to cast a bait out.  Dominick
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Post by: mo65 on June 07, 2018, 12:24:29 AM
Welcome aboard! 8)
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Post by: Keta on June 07, 2018, 12:47:03 AM
Hi.
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Post by: David Hall on June 07, 2018, 12:51:23 AM
Welcome Nathan,  where you calling home now?
Title: Re: Hello from a Brit living the USA.
Post by: Lanky94 on June 07, 2018, 12:53:54 AM
Quote from: Tiddlerbasher on June 06, 2018, 10:45:38 PM
Hi Nathan - Chris from the uK :)
I used to be able to get 200yds on a good day (a few years ago) not so much now a few years on ;)

Chris. 200yds is further than most anglers can cast back home. Its a good chuck. A handy tool when fish are out reach for most!
Title: Re: Hello from a Brit living the USA.
Post by: Lanky94 on June 07, 2018, 12:57:25 AM
Quote from: Dominick on June 07, 2018, 12:21:19 AM
Welcome Nathan.  One question.  Are those long casting tuned reels also for fishing?  I like to surf fish sometimes down in Baja but the undertow is pretty scary.  Sometimes you get to much water behind you and the land drops off quickly.  If I can get a bait out far enough I do not have to wade too deeply in the water to cast a bait out.  Dominick

Hi Dominick. Simple brake blocks and rocket fuel in the bearings is sufficient for fishing I find. I tend not to run my reels for beach fishing too fast...............less birdsnests and more fishing at the expense of 20 yds! What reels are you using? Bearing in mind that I use Penn Mag 525's, ABU 6500s and Diaiwa Millionaires loaded with 15lb line and 80ln shock leader.
Title: Re: Hello from a Brit living the USA.
Post by: Lanky94 on June 07, 2018, 01:23:56 AM
Quote from: conchydong on June 06, 2018, 11:56:02 PM
Welcome, I have always been amazed at the distances that  "professional" long distance casters can obtain. I am sure you are being modest and can contribute a whole lot on magging and tuning  reels along with casting techniques.
Look forward to your contributions.

Scott

Ask away Scott. Happy to help..........I haven't cast for 6 years since moving to the good ole USA.
Title: Re: Hello from a Brit living the USA.
Post by: Lanky94 on June 07, 2018, 01:25:36 AM
Quote from: David Hall on June 07, 2018, 12:51:23 AM
Welcome Nathan,  where you calling home now?

Hi David. Great Britain will always be home, but for now Beaufort SC is. I love the USA.
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Post by: Dominick on June 07, 2018, 02:22:55 AM
Quote from: Lanky94 on June 07, 2018, 12:57:25 AM
Quote from: Dominick on June 07, 2018, 12:21:19 AM
Welcome Nathan.  One question.  Are those long casting tuned reels also for fishing?  I like to surf fish sometimes down in Baja but the undertow is pretty scary.  Sometimes you get to much water behind you and the land drops off quickly.  If I can get a bait out far enough I do not have to wade too deeply in the water to cast a bait out.  Dominick

Hi Dominick. Simple brake blocks and rocket fuel in the bearings is sufficient for fishing I find. I tend not to run my reels for beach fishing too fast...............less birdsnests and more fishing at the expense of 20 yds! What reels are you using? Bearing in mind that I use Penn Mag 525's, ABU 6500s and Diaiwa Millionaires loaded with 15lb line and 80ln shock leader.


I use a spinning reel for surf.  I don't own any of the reels you mention.  15lbs is a little light for big rooster fish and jack from the surf.  Dominick
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Post by: Crow on June 07, 2018, 02:32:56 AM
Welcome !! Glad to have you here!
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Post by: gstours on June 07, 2018, 04:32:17 PM
Welcome,  from all of us.  Thanks for your info on reels,   we all can learn something here.   Best of luck. ;)
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Post by: Benni3 on June 07, 2018, 05:38:23 PM
Welcome from Salem Virginia  ;D
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Post by: Donnyboat on June 08, 2018, 02:57:04 AM
Nice to have you with us Nathan, you have given us more info, than I have contributed in 3 years, from sunny Western Australia, have you ever cast with a side cast reel, like Alveys.

with a rod set up to suit they cast a good distance, cheers Don.
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Post by: Jigtosser on June 08, 2018, 04:37:10 AM
Welcome aboard!!!

I have, or have had all the reels that you listed...
What type of rods are you using?
I can toss a light jig pretty far....
Butt,,, not that far!  ;D ;D ;D
Pretty impressive!!!

Danny
Title: Re: Hello from a Brit living the USA.
Post by: Lanky94 on June 08, 2018, 01:17:07 PM
Quote from: Shark Hunter on June 06, 2018, 11:21:46 PM
Welcome Nathan!
I'm sure you have some video to show us. ;)

Here's a quick vid with using a ZZiplex Bullet and  a mag controlled 6600W Blackmax, .35mm line (15lb) and a 150g (5.25oz) lead.

That's me starting the cast at 2 minutes 33 seconds and a still with the  rod loaded at 2 mins 50 secs. Was a good cast, but the my forward weight transfer was crap. I was just starting to build timing and technique, but my had to stop to move to the USA.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7jijnR0PfE
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Post by: happyhooker on June 08, 2018, 08:52:02 PM
Welcome, from Minnesota.

Frank
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Post by: Alto Mare on June 08, 2018, 10:42:11 PM
Welcome Nathan!

Sal from Penna.
Title: Re: Hello from a Brit living the USA.
Post by: Lanky94 on June 09, 2018, 03:37:13 AM
Quote from: Donnyboat on June 08, 2018, 02:57:04 AM
Nice to have you with us Nathan, you have given us more info, than I have contributed in 3 years, from sunny Western Australia, have you ever cast with a side cast reel, like Alveys.

with a rod set up to suit they cast a good distance, cheers Don.

Hi Don.

I have  seen them in action on some videos, but have never used that system. I guess its because its something that's not employed in then UK. I like the concept though. I would imagine loading the line to the correct level of the spool lip is critical very much like  a fixed spool /spinning reel to reduce friction.
Title: Re: Hello from a Brit living the USA.
Post by: Lanky94 on June 09, 2018, 03:44:41 AM
Quote from: Jigtosser on June 08, 2018, 04:37:10 AM
Welcome aboard!!!

I have, or have had all the reels that you listed...
What type of rods are you using?
I can toss a light jig pretty far....
Butt,,, not that far!  ;D ;D ;D
Pretty impressive!!!

Danny

Hi Danny. ZZiplex rods are the only beachcasters/ surf rods I use. Terry Carol was making rods for years and was iconic in the development of such rods. Sadly he is dead now, but the logo and quality still lives on. As with all casting, timing and technique and   looking up is everything. Next time you cast look to the ground and see where the lead goes ...............down to the ground! Look up about 70 degrees and see where it goes. There's lots more to it than that of course.
Title: Re: Hello from a Brit living the USA.
Post by: conchydong on June 09, 2018, 07:52:57 PM
Quote from: Lanky94 on June 07, 2018, 01:23:56 AM
Quote from: conchydong on June 06, 2018, 11:56:02 PM
Welcome, I have always been amazed at the distances that  "professional" long distance casters can obtain. I am sure you are being modest and can contribute a whole lot on magging and tuning  reels along with casting techniques.
Look forward to your contributions.

Scott

Ask away Scott. Happy to help..........I haven't cast for 6 years since moving to the good ole USA.

Nathan, you mentioned that you were using a Black Max 6600W. I am wondering if there is/was a different reel sold in Europe than the 6600W that was sold in the States. I have a ABU BM 6600W that is a pretty run of the mill (cheap and non-magged) baitcaster with a levelwind. I couldn't imagine my reel  being able to cast like that with the level wind or even without the level wind.

Scott
Title: Re: Hello from a Brit living the USA.
Post by: Lanky94 on June 09, 2018, 10:19:02 PM
Nathan, you mentioned that you were using a Black Max 6600W. I am wondering if there is/was a different reel sold in Europe than the 6600W that was sold in the States. I have a ABU BM 6600W that is a pretty run of the mill (cheap and non-magged) baitcaster with a levelwind. I couldn't imagine my reel  being able to cast like that with the level wind or even without the level wind.

Scott
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Scott, The models are the same, I used to import mine from ebay USA to the UK. I don't have my reels here to show you any pics as they are in the UK. Here is a typical example of one used for casting ( silver version, but same thing)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpIk01CGmwk

https://www.google.com/search?biw=1366&bih=599&tbm=isch&sa=1&ei=LlAcW-nmL4eM0gLqooWIBw&q=abu+black+max+conversion&oq=abu+black+max+conversion&gs_l=img.3...486741.495597.0.496329.17.17.0.0.0.0.396.2358.0j13j0j1.14.0....0...1c.1.64.img..3.0.0....0.w0Eq3D96Xfo#imgrc=fyb2DoDug-GLJM:&spf=1528582685248


First thing is to chop out the top half of the cage and re-profile. This is to allow the thumb right over the top for gripping the spool. Next is to remove level wind and replace with a stainless conversion bar for rigidity.

A new LH sideplate needs to be made and the fitted with a mag unit. I like the 660Ow for .35 line and 150 g lead as line level drops less quickly with a wider spool reducing the breaking affect.

Ever noticed how an empty spool spins faster...............this slows the lead don by effectively braking the reel.

Seems a shame to 'butcher; such a nice reel, but needs must. I use the  BM series for all lead sizes.
Title: Re: Hello from a Brit living the USA.
Post by: swill88 on June 11, 2018, 01:03:20 AM
Quote from: Lanky94 on June 06, 2018, 08:02:43 PM


I used to be a tournament caster in then UK, slinging big sinkers down a filed and measuring distance in comps. Furthers cast was 273 yards with a 150g lead. The reels are magged and super tuned so I know a bit about that.



So Nathan... welcome.  I guess it's OK to use yards and grams in the same sentence? :D :D

Steve


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Post by: Marcq on June 11, 2018, 01:34:15 AM
Brits are always welcomed  8)

Marc..
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Post by: Dominick on June 11, 2018, 10:26:34 PM
Quote from: Marcq on June 11, 2018, 01:34:15 AM
Brits are always welcomed  8)

Marc..

Well not so in 1776.   :D ;D Dominick
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Post by: David Hall on June 11, 2018, 10:55:34 PM
Quote from: Dominick on June 11, 2018, 10:26:34 PM
Quote from: Marcq on June 11, 2018, 01:34:15 AM
Brits are always welcomed  8)

Marc..

Well not so in 1776.   :D ;D Dominick

Ouch! 
Title: Re: Hello from a Brit living the USA.
Post by: Marcq on June 12, 2018, 03:04:36 AM
Quote from: David Hall on June 11, 2018, 10:55:34 PM
Quote from: Dominick on June 11, 2018, 10:26:34 PM
Quote from: Marcq on June 11, 2018, 01:34:15 AM
Brits are always welcomed  8)

Marc..

Well not so in 1776.   :D ;D Dominick

Ouch! 

Funny!! ;)

Marc..
Title: Re: Hello from a Brit living the USA.
Post by: Gfish on June 12, 2018, 04:48:29 AM
Ssssup Nathan! Ever use one a those Abu Ultra Mag models from the early - mid 80's?
Title: Re: Hello from a Brit living the USA.
Post by: Lanky94 on June 20, 2018, 09:48:31 PM
Quote from: Marcq on June 12, 2018, 03:04:36 AM
Quote from: David Hall on June 11, 2018, 10:55:34 PM
Quote from: Dominick on June 11, 2018, 10:26:34 PM
Quote from: Marcq on June 11, 2018, 01:34:15 AM
Brits are always welcomed  8)

Marc..

Well not so in 1776.   :D ;D Dominick

Ouch! 

Funny!! ;)

Marc..

Always up for some banter lads! everything turned out great in the end with both countries now being the closest allies in the world.

It was a bit greedy for the brits to fight a war 3500 miles away with the Atlantic in-between. We were at war with the frogs at the time, who were only 22 miles away. It was a bit too ambitious to try it with the USA as well ???
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Post by: Lanky94 on June 20, 2018, 09:50:21 PM
Quote from: swill88 on June 11, 2018, 01:03:20 AM
Quote from: Lanky94 on June 06, 2018, 08:02:43 PM


I used to be a tournament caster in then UK, slinging big sinkers down a filed and measuring distance in comps. Furthers cast was 273 yards with a 150g lead. The reels are magged and super tuned so I know a bit about that.



So Nathan... welcome.  I guess it's OK to use yards and grams in the same sentence? :D :D

Steve




I can do both ( bighead). I do tend to use whatever I feel is natural.........a bit mixed up really. I'll keep it to old school on here Steve.
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Post by: David Hall on June 20, 2018, 10:12:02 PM
Quote from: Lanky94 on June 20, 2018, 09:48:31 PM
Quote from: Marcq on June 12, 2018, 03:04:36 AM
Quote from: David Hall on June 11, 2018, 10:55:34 PM
Quote from: Dominick on June 11, 2018, 10:26:34 PM
Quote from: Marcq on June 11, 2018, 01:34:15 AM
Brits are always welcomed  8)

Marc..

Well not so in 1776.   :D ;D Dominick

Ouch! 

Funny!! ;)

Marc..

Always up for some banter lads! everything turned out great in the end with both countries now being the closest allies in the world.

It was a bit greedy for the brits to fight a war 3500 miles away with the Atlantic in-between. We were at war with the frogs at the time, who were only 22 miles away. It was a bit too ambitious to try it with the USA as well ???
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The most interesting times in the history of the world as far as I'm concerned.  I can't get my hands on enough books on the subject.   One of my favorites, The Verney Family Letters.  One day I hope to visit Middle Claydon House.
Title: Re: Hello from a Brit living the USA.
Post by: Lanky94 on June 21, 2018, 11:34:46 AM
Quote from: Gfish on June 12, 2018, 04:48:29 AM
Ssssup Nathan! Ever use one a those Abu Ultra Mag models from the early - mid 80's?

Hi. Some did and still do. Easy to convert and low profile so you could get a good grip on the spool. Like the Black Max series, they are like hens teeth in the UK as most have been chopped and butchered.